17 Jul 1947
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1947
Page
1
Atlantic subscribers may receive an evening edition by calling 13673 before 7 PM for delivery. Address changes, discontinuations, or delivery notices should be made to the office rather than the carrier. The notice also lists subscription rates and mailing details for various regions.
The piece argues the United States must aid free peoples resisting aggression even at the risk of war. It cites Lincoln and progress toward worldwide freedom, asserting small wars now can prevent a larger conflict later and that halting aggressors preserves mankind’s ascent to liberty.
Despite forecasts of a late year slump, U S retail business begins the second half of 1947 with optimism. Experts see only a mild 1948 setback, while saturation of consumer goods markets could trigger a deeper downturn around 1955 unless learned from the 1930s curbs.
Des Moines traffic inspector W. Rayburn lists the worst driving faults seen in the state’s chief city. He urges Atlantic drivers to examine their habits for yield violations to pedestrians, tailgating, lane weaving, wrong lane turns, unnecessary horn honks, door openings signaling turns, and exiting from the left side of the vehicle.
Editorial notes the announcement of Princess Elizabeth engagement and praises the king queen and two daughters for living as regular citizens. It contrasts royal behavior with past conduct and lauds the monarchy for its wholesome example and connection to the empire's people.
Washington report shows President Truman and General George Marshall at odds on Palestine. State Department officials allegedly ignored Truman statements, delaying a formal policy until a UN meeting in September.
A 1947 Edgar A. Guest verse recalls a man moved to tears yet steadfast in belief she understood his feeling. The speaker repeats the sentiment with quiet pride, capturing intimate emotion in concise lines.
Hollywood reports Max Factor Jr denies that films are more gory this year, noting gore levels are similar to 1946. Factor, who supplies synthetic blood, says studios bought 11 gallons this year and last, joking that Duel in the Sun helped boost consumption. He uses a gelatine water mix for the blood.
In New York Kay Keyser, of radio fame, visits with his mother as C B Driecell papers note her age. A reflection on names, quotes, and social chatter follows with midnight street scenes on Second Avenue and a brief police car incident near First to Third avenues.
Des Moines reports at a Methodist board meeting Dr. Marvin Kober Cedar Rapids cited youth humor showing tavern settings. Bishop Wilbur Hammaker of Denver said a liquor advertising ban bill could reach Senate committee early in 1948.
Fragmentary text urges safer road use and smoother travel but lacks clear facts or events to anchor a proper newspaper card. No named persons or organizations are identifiable.
Prof George R Davies of the University of Iowa bureau of business research says strong conservative and traditional forces are driving a corrective recession. He believes past depressions corrected price disparities in capital and labor costs and that a concerted effort by business leaders with labor cooperation could curb inflation while maintaining employment amid global tensions.
Anita Hamons and Miss Eloise Hammons of Plainfield conducted a two week vacation Bible school at Lincoln Center south of Anita. They and Miss Hall, Northwestern Bible students, led the Rural Bible Crusade program under a Waterloo business men's committee. The school opened July 4 at Highland Benton No. 1 and ran 9 to 11:30 a.m. for two weeks ending today.
A survey by the federal communications commission finds 23 states developing statewide FM radio networks for educational use. Local educational institutions already operate small-scale networks, with several states like California, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and Wisconsin at legislative stages.
Planning committees are actively working in six states and groups in several other states including Iowa show interest. The report notes organizers aim to coordinate policy, events, and outreach while local leaders gauge support and potential impacts.
George Fleming press agent announces a competition to select the girl who best embodies the comic strip’s ideals. A cash prize is offered, reportedly five or ten million dollars depending on the winner’s choice. The contestant will also gain access to the comedian’s library card.
Portland Oregon and Decorah Iowa lodge teams placed ninth in the ritualistic drill team competition at the Elks national convention held yesterday.
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